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The "Challenger Expedition"(engraving)
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The "Challenger Expedition"(engraving)
1053948 The " Challenger Expedition" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The " Challenger Expedition". Illustration for The Graphic, 9 December 1876.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22500996
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The Challenger Expedition - A Glimpse into the World of Discovery
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. This engraving, titled "The Challenger Expedition" takes us on a visual journey back to the 19th century. The image showcases an array of fascinating scenes and landscapes that were encountered during this groundbreaking scientific voyage. At first glance, our eyes are drawn to the northern extremity of Cape York in Australia, where towering cactuses thrive amidst the rugged topography. Moving further south, we witness the icy beauty of Antarctic regions with majestic icebergs floating in frigid waters. As we explore deeper into the print, we encounter natives from Sandwich Islands donning traditional dress and soldiers stationed at North Camp. The bustling cityscape of Kingston and Honolulu adds a touch of civilization to this otherwise untamed world. Intriguingly, alongside these human interactions, there is also a focus on botany and natural history. Various plants are meticulously depicted throughout the engraving – both indoors as potted specimens and outdoors in their native habitats. This highlights the expedition's commitment to scientific methods and exploration within botanical science. "The Challenger Expedition" print not only captures stunning visuals but also serves as a testament to humanity's insatiable thirst for knowledge about our planet's wonders. It invites us to reflect upon how far we have come since those pioneering days while reminding us that there is still much left unexplored beyond our horizons.
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